Complete energy solutions with solar panels and battery power offer a taste of independence. They help reduce your dependency on fossil fuels, which is better for Mother Earth.

Off-grid solar products are already lighting and powering 490 million people around the world – making them key to shrinking the electricity access gap for the most remote and poor communities.

Boosts Energy Security

Off-grid solar power eliminates the need for a traditional electrical grid. It provides a more sustainable source of energy and protects against power outages and fluctuations in electricity prices.

The cost of a solar off grid solutions system depends on its size and energy needs, as well as the availability of sunlight in the area. A solar expert will assess the average number of peak sun hours and the home’s electricity consumption to determine an appropriate PV system size for the site. Larger systems generally require more solar panels and batteries, which increase upfront expenses.

Lighting Global’s ESMAP-supported work in Myanmar has helped develop a business model for household solar to enable the delivery of first-time access to electricity for households across the country. This model is now being leveraged by other electrification programs in the region. It uses a management information system that tracks household system-size choices and installation progress. The system also supports a robust quality assurance process.

Saves Money on Utility Bills

Using solar energy kits to power factories allows manufacturers to reduce downtime and maintain productivity during power outages. This in turn leads to cost savings.

Off grid solar solutions also reduce carbon footprints by reducing the production and consumption of conventional energy sources. Unlike coal, oil and gas, which emit greenhouse gases during the combustion process, solar panel are clean power solutions that produce no harmful emissions.

However, grid-tied solar systems still need to connect to the electricity grid to be able to sell their excess energy back to the utility company. This is why they’ll still see some charges on their electric bills, such as the service fee or delivery charge that utilities levy on customers for connecting to the grid. As utilities move towards compensation methods other than net metering, some consumers may prefer to go off the grid to eliminate these charges entirely.

Increases Productivity

Like an intricate symphony, solar energy storage systems are comprised of various essential components that work together to produce a harmonious melody of power. From selecting the right solar panels to finding the best batteries, a well-rounded off grid solar energy setup is a step towards a sustainable lifestyle.

Off-grid solar solutions are designed to function independently, even during utility outages or grid failures. This makes them ideal for industrial operations that require reliable power for consistent productivity.

By helping manufacturers make the switch to off-grid solar, Lighting Global is working to ensure that everyone has access to a reliable power source for their daily energy needs. In addition, integrating off grid solar solutions into manufacturing facilities helps to reduce environmental impact and promotes eco-friendly processes. Lighting Global is also supporting a variety of initiatives that are driving global support for universal electrification including leveraging results-based financing and working with governments on their electrification plans and BAT exemption approaches.

Reduces Carbon Footprint

Power generation from fossil fuels such as coal, oil, and natural gas releases greenhouse gases, pollutes air, and damages the environment. By contrast, solar energy is clean and sustainable. It does not emit greenhouse gases and it is a renewable energy source that will last for the foreseeable future.

By reducing dependency on centralized power grids, solar off grid solutions can help to reduce global emissions and climate change impacts. They can also contribute to a more resilient global energy landscape by helping people reach their energy access goals and improve disaster preparedness.

An off-grid solar system typically consists of a charge controller, batteries, and an inverter. The panels collect and convert the sun's rays into electricity, which then gets stored in the batteries until it is needed. The inverter then converts the DC electricity from the battery to AC electricity that runs appliances and devices. This type of off-grid solar system is scalable and can be expanded anytime, depending on the user's energy needs.